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Swansea City pitch announcer, Kevin Johns MBE, is the star of a new Barclays short film profiling individuals who represent the true spirit of the game. The film introduces the charismatic Kevin and follows him during the first game of the Barclays Premier League season as Swansea take on Burnley at the Liberty Stadium. It showcases his role in lifting the crowd, who he describes as the 12th man, before every home game and the passion he puts into his performances. The film is the second in the ‘Spirit of the Game Heroes’ campaign, which chronicles those who make the Barclays Premier League what it is. Barclays asked every Premier League club in the country to nominate one person who best represented the passion behind their club. Swansea City nominated Kevin because of the passion he brings to the match day experience and his place in Swansea City folk law. Kevin, who is a renowned actor, MC and radio DJ in the local area, spoke about his adoration for the Swans. From falling in lov...

There's a Friday Night Comedy Show at the Thomas Arms Hotel, Llanelli, on May 23. The night is in aid of Teenage Cancer. It starts at 8pm. Doors open at 7.30pm. The host will be Kevin Johns (Swansea Sound). Featured comedians include - Karen Sherrard, Col Howarth, Sarah Bridgeman and Steffan Alun. Tickets £10, available from Llanelli Public Library or by phoning 01554 824117 or 07980668892.

Rhydian Roberts, of TV's X Factor, will be taking the stage with two of Llanelli's leading choirs this weekend. The concert has been arranged by Côr Curiad as a fund-raiser for the Teenage Cancer Trust Cardiff Unit. It takes place at the Selwyn Samuel Centre, Llanelli, on Saturday, April 21. The evening will be compered by Swansea Sound personality Kevin Johns MBE and will also feature Côr Meibion Llanelli. Tickets are available at Llanelli Library and from George Lewis, Market Precinct Llanelli. There are only a few £17 tickets left. Côr Meibion Llanelli musical director Eifion Thomas said he was looking forward to a great evening's entertainment. He added: "All the Côr Meibion Llanelli choristers have been looking forward to this event and it is for a very worthy cause." Côr Curiad is a ladies choir based in Llanelli. The aim of the choir is to promote the Welsh language and the culture of choral singing. Côr Curiad’s youngest m...

Top names from the fashion and creative industries will combine their talents to bring a stunning evening of entertainment in aid of charity to Swansea on Saturday March 10. The sparkling event, which is hosted at The City Temple, Dyfatty Street, at 7pm, will see the auditorium transformed into a catwalk as models showcase the latest collections from Next, Warehouse, Tom’s and high end independent boutiques Samantha K, Rhapsody, Nanette’s plus others. Event organiser Emma Anyadike says, “For the price of a £5 ticket you will be treated to a show of sumptuous clothes, speak directly to fashion advisors who will be able to give you tips on dressing your best, order the clothes you have seen as well as accessories such as jewellery, scarves, bags and ethically sourced gifts.” Swansea radio presenter Kev Johns, above, will host the event which will include a live music set from the recording artist Mal Pope, below. All money from the ticket sales will go to support the work o...